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May 13

Call out from Amanda Duke..... Does anyone in Steyning or local villages have any leafy sumac, maple, oak, acer, peony in their gardens or hedgerows (it's a bit early just seeing if any of you have plants that are more forward than I have seen so far) please DM me if you would be willing to spare a few cuttings.

#botanicalcontactprinting
#ecoprintingonfabric
#contactprinting #printingwithplants #naturaldyeing
#bundledyeing #bundledyeworkshop
#ecoprintworkshop
#plantprintingworkshop #amandaduketextileartist #steyningarts
Reposted from @amandadukeartist

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May 12

A message from Eve Chalcraft, Jenny Wightwick and Jean Griffiths..... 'If you are looking for something to do over the bank holiday come and pay us a visit, we are selling new work (with samples and odds and ends at reduced prices). #thegaragestudio #jwceramics #textileartist #ceramicsforthehome #steyninghighstreet #steyningarts #artistsofinstagram #artsandcraftshome #stonewareclay #functionalstoneware
Reposted from @jennywightwickceramics

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May 10

An introduction to another Steyning Arts member Alison Crowe Jewellery

Most of my pieces are made using traditional silversmithing skills, including forging, wire-work, hand-piercing and texturing using acid etch and a heat process known as reticulation. This lends an organic, natural lustre to the surface of the silver. A range of precious and semi-precious gemstones are used to enhance some of my pieces, which I carefully source from respected trade suppliers.

My style is drawn from the forms and details found in nature, adding my own minimalist twist, aiming to create unique, versatile and wearable pieces that will stand the test of time in terms of craftsmanship and fashion. Be it earrings, pendants, bangles or rings, care and thought goes into the design and creation of each piece I make.

#sussexmaker #steyningarts #steyning #westsussex #sussexartists #horshamartist #madeinsussex #sussexjeweller #alisoncrowejewellery #sılverjewellery #madebyhand #buylocal #buylocalart

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May 9

Jewellery making workshops have been postponed more times than katherine can remember over the last year.

She created the new studio space last January, and was looking forward to a fabulous launch with an open studio type event. For reasons that will be obvious, this did not happen.

Rather than a huge fanfare event, I've opened up my workshops slowly, but surely. I have a few spaces available over the next few months, and look forward to opening up a lot more in the autumn.

DM @katherinelawriejewellery for the workshop dates document link.

#Jewellerymakingworkshopswestsussex #workshopswestsussex #makeyourownjewellery #allthatglitters #learnsomethingnew #makearing #makeabangle #makeabangleclass
Reposted from @katherinelawriejewellery

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May 8

Sarah Duffield, New works on show. Sarah is starting to feel the freedom.
So very nearly finished.
This lovely little painting will be available at Brighton Artist Open Houses in June. Find Sarah at 44 Florence road with Emily boo and friends.
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Painted with @royaltalensuk #cobraoilpaint on canvas.
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@44florencerdartists
#starlingmurmuration #paintingsunsets #seascapepainting #sunsetpainting #brightonskies #brightonskiespainting #artistsoninstagram #dryingonmyeasel #finishedartwork #colourlover #artforthehome
Reposted from @sduffieldart

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May 7

Melissa says 'We are hosting Guest Artists at Chalk this month and have moved the exhibition around a little. I am continuing to exhibit "Winter Hedgerow". Each print is from an edition of just six and they are available unframed in the online shop.'

@chalkgallerylewes

#linocut #linoprint #winterhedgerow #Contemporarycraft #linocutprint #handprinted #galleriesoninstagram
#chalkgallerylewes #chalkgallery #lewes #lewesshopping #mymonthincolour #independentgallery #artistrungallery
#artfullyhomes #mycreativeinterior
Reposted from @melissabirch_artist

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May 6

A few words from one of our newest members,
Just finished this now - it’s been hanging around and after seeing the animals - tigers , wolves , at Longleat today I am calling it ‘Running Away from Chaos’. Acrylic, charcoal, pastel, watercolour .#abstractart #abstractartist
Reposted from @susannehopkinsonartist

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May 3

Sharon paints in different mediums and loves colour, she has enjoys using oils, watercolours and acrylics and paints on location with stunning landscapes of the sea and South Downs. The changing light and cloud cover and varying temperatures all add to the final paintings. During Winter months Sharon concentrates on figurative paintings working in her studio close to the sea in Sussex.

Inspired by the sea and beautiful landscapes of Sussex, Sharon likes to use reflections, water and shadows in her paintings.

A member of both Horsham Artists and Steyning Artists, she has a history in Garden Design OCA and Textile Design BTEC

To find out more take a look at our website. www.steyningarts.co.uk

#sussexpainters #steyningarts #sussexartists #sussexpleinair #selfportrait #steyningwestsussex #oilpaintinguk #watercolouruk #horshamartist

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May 2

Alison Crowe had a rush order to make these for a customer - an ever popular design that always sells out. #silverstarearrings #silverstars #starearrings #twinklingstars #alisoncrowejewellery #henfield
Reposted from @alisoncrowejewellery

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May 1

Felt Artist Lisa Woolcott features in May’s edition of Your Steyning magazine. You can read the full article about Lisa below.

Lisa born and raised in Sussex settled, with her family, in Steyning. She is self-taught, learning through research, study and experimentation. Has dabbled in furniture upcycling, acrylics, watercolours and working with sea glass, but a life-changing personal event gave her the nudge to take her creative passions more seriously.

Greatly influenced by the coast in particular, finding as she does the sea to be exhilarating, energising, powerful, spiritually uplifting, and at the same time peaceful, grounding, and healing. She (and her dog) visit the coast and landscape around her whenever possible, returning to her studio to interpret and recreate the pictures from her mind, and often her camera.

The creative process of layering fibres allows to convey the story of a moment, a mood or a memory, reflecting in the textures and marks in her work. Using merino wool, silks, bamboo threads and other embellishments in the wet felting process (where water and soap are used to bond the fibres) and needle felting process (using barbed needles and finger guards!) to ‘paint’ her pictures. Dyed wool is mainly used and is lucky to have a relative in Somerset with a herd of rare breed sheep for unspun curly locks that often feature in her work. Is also known to pull fleece locks from fences whilst out walking!

If you would like to learn more about Lisa’s work, please visit The Basement 93 Gallery, High Street, Steyning, or online at www.lulu@no8.com and www.instagram.com/luluatno8

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#steyningarts #yoursteyning #westsussexartist #sussexartist #sussexart #landscapeart #beautifullandscapes #feltart #wetfelt #waves #beach #coastal #needlefelting #textiledesign #textileart #seaart

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Apr 29

A quiet evening on the boardwalk at Shoreham-by-Sea just before sunset. #coast #curves #evening #people #silhouette #walking #monochrome
Reposted from @martintphoto

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Apr 28

Liz Wilkinson is our website designer at Steyning Arts. We value the work she does for us behind the scenes, check out our website at steyningarts.co.uk. As a member of Steyning Arts Liz paints human and dog portraits. She also welcomes commissions. Visit her website at elizabethwilkinson.com

#acrylicdogportraits #acrylicportraits #steyningarts #art #dailyart #website #artgallery #gallery #brightseamedia #studiowebsitedesign #webdesignforartists #studiowebsites #commissions

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Apr 27

Woo-hoo, a local Art Trail coming up. Let's hope this bodes well for our decision for Steyning. More news on Steyning in late May. So pleased this is happening! Alison Crowe will be exhibiting at a lovely venue in Horsham town centre. More details on my website soon! #horshamarttrail #horshamartistsopenstudios #horshamartists #horshamartiststrail2021
Reposted from @alisoncrowejewellery

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Apr 26

Introducing Benita Hibbert

Hi, I'm Benita, a local Steyning resident who has reconnected with lino printing. A friend asked me to create some artwork for the @riverside_brewery . Sink or swim type project as a first foray into printmaking for more than 20 years! I loved the result and you can find the image on their branding, cans and bottles. The map shows the Adur, Lancing College, Devils Dyke, Chanctonbury ring - lots to look at.

The 'Steyning Map' took approximately 40 hours to carve and many...many cups of tea! The print is also now available as a tea towel, which is handy! @thebasement93

I'm still developing my style but thoroughly enjoying my adventures in printmaking and the challenge of commissions which include little secret details of birthdays hidden in trees and initials hidden in houses. Prints can be found on Etsy and locally at Basement93 on Steyning High Street

For more information take a look at our website

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Apr 25

Jane Pinder is hoping this vibrant plant will attract the bees in the garden and showing another new pierced hand sawn pendant. I am working on some new pieces for an exhibition coming up at the end of May. #workinprogress #bees #honeycomb #blueflowers #vibrantcolors #springday #silver #silverjewellery #pendant #pierced #handsawn #designermaker #makersofsussex #allthatglitters #gallerymontague #steyningarts #botanicalart #natureinspiredjewellery
Reposted from @jane_pinder_jewellery

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Apr 24

Happy Earth Day let's make it happier 🌿
Reposted from @phoebe_kirk

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Apr 23

Eeeeek, says Sarah Duffield, she has her first day stewarding in the Montague gallery today.... just a little bit excited to be back. If you’re in Worthing come and say hello it would be great to see you and after a year of talking mostly only to my two teenagers I need to practice my conversation skills 😂 S xx
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@gallerymontague #sduffieldart #worthing #worthingartists #worthingsmallbusiness #sussexart #sussexartist #sussexartists #missedyouall @i_love_worthing
Reposted from @sduffieldart

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Apr 19

Moving on with the artist introduction posts, this week is the turn of @katherinelawriejewellery

Previously I made jewellery under the supervision of my father, who is a jeweller too, as a hobby. I found I had a talent for it so decided that I would attend Art College and learn the skills I would need to set up in business.

I studied at Northbrook College in West Sussex, The Surrey Institute of Art and Design and Edinburgh College of Art. After this I returned back to the south of England and starting working at my studio near Steyning, where I worked for twenty years. I moved to a new studio near Arundel in 2019.

Over the years I have found my style, being in the Sussex countryside is a constant source for inspiration. I sell one of and limited edition cast from life pieces, I’m also happy to work to commission within my making style. I love that my work could be being part a momentous occasion, or a made to remember a loved one. or simply to make someone smile.

I offer jewellery making workshops at my Studio. I enjoy teaching, I like to feel that others are gaining enjoyment from learning new skills and by being creative. It’s important for crafts people to pass on their skills. Creative thinking is a vital tool in today’s world.

I work mainly in Sterling Silver, Gold and Silver Gilt. I predominantly use textures and forms found in the natural surroundings of this area of the South Downs. I incorporate precious and semi-precious gems and beads into my work, as I love colour.

You can find out more about our artists www.steyningarts.co.uk

#katherinelawriejewellery #madeinsussex #jewellerybydesign #makersofsussex #artcollege #lifeofajeweller

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Apr 18

#sketch on the #downs #pen sketch #artistsoninstagram #painting next
Reposted from @artycaro

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Apr 17

New work from Dr SP Conboy Hill.. Hippeastrum to you, hippeastrum to you 🎶 Thought this was the last of them but I’ve found another pesky squinty 8” x 10” so it isn’t! #painting #collage #oca #weareoca #opencollegearts #steyningarts #finishwhatyoustarted
Reposted from @fishbits

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Apr 12

Another artist's introduction.

This time it's @luluatno8 - also known as Lisa Woolcott, who is proud to admit she is an arts & crafts addict!

Lisa's work is greatly influenced by the landscapes surrounding her in sunny West Sussex and in particular the Sussex coast - she feels the colours, the memories the landscape evokes spiritually lift one's mood...

Following trips to the coast she returns home and in her studio (shed!) she interprets and recreates her memories through the medium of felt. Creating both 2D and 3D pieces.

To see more examples take a look at the Steyning Arts website.

#Steyningarts #feltedsussex #Steyning #Artsofsussex #sussexmakers #makersofsussex #makeandcreate #localart #fibreart #sussexdowns #sunnysussexbythesea

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Apr 11

Jenny Wightwicks latest wares. Small hanging vases, stoneware clay, coloured slips and glazes. On their way to Gallery92 in Hurstpierpoint. #ceramicsofinstagram #homemadeceramics #steyningArts #handmadeinsussex #interiorstyling #interiors #interiordecor #clay #stoneware #colouredslips #theclayplace #claycreations #clayart #claysculpture #ashurst
Reposted from @jennywightwickceramics

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Apr 10

#shadowlands
Reposted from @geoffreybarnard

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Apr 9

Here's a hello from Alison Crowe, thanks to Alison for proof reading Steyning Arts latest newslwtter❤️ Hello! This is me in my favourite place #atthebench #benchpegselfie #alisoncrowejewellery #alisoncrowe #henfield #mystudio #favouriteplace #jewelleryworkshop #greenlionsawframe
Reposted from @alisoncrowejewellery

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Apr 7

Suzanne Conboy-Hill completes a whole landscape. #acrylics on #canvasboard, animation in #motionleap_by_lightricks. Fun! #oca #weareoca #painting #steyningarts #southdownsartists #adur #westsussex #steyning
Reposted from @fishbits

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Apr 2

An Easter offering from Eve Chalcraft. ‘Sea Spray’. 70x70cm acrylic on canvas. Springtime colours for Easter. This work hasn’t reached Eve's website yet but is for sale. DM her if you are interested or would like more information. #landscape #acrylicpainting #expressivepainting #abstractart #interiorstyling #interiordecor #steyning #steyningarts #shoplocal #supportlocalbusiness #artistsofinstagram #artforsalebyartist #originalart #sussexartist #sussexart #southdownsnationalpark #steyninghighstreet #independantartist
Reposted from @evechalcraft

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Apr 1

Expressionist painter Andrew Milne is the featured artist in April’s edition of Your Steyning magazine. You can read the full article by Andrew below.

I’ve lived in the area my whole life graduating from West Sussex College of Art in 1981. After a career in design I retired to be
a full time artist and now live in High Salvington.

Walking the South Downs is a constant source of joy and inspiration and I love to draw and paint in situ or gather references for making paintings in my studio.

For painting in the countryside ‘en-plein air’ I enjoy using a small box called a Pochade that neatly contains all the paints, palette, etc, with a section in the lid to hold the boards that act as an easel which can then be closed even when the paint is still wet.

Larger paintings are done back in the studio from drawings and photographs. I try to be expressive with paint, allowing happy accidents to occur which produce interesting and often surprising passages in the paintings, which resonate with experiences one discovers when walking the landscape.

I’m a relatively recent member of Steyning Arts having joined just before the lockdown started last year and have much appreciated the community of other artists. I’m looking forward to being able to participate in the Art Trail and Exhibitions when these are able to resume.

I am also a member of Chalk Gallery in Lewes which has a regular cycle of new work from local artists for sale in the gallery and online at chalkgallerylewes.co.uk.
For more details visit steyningarts.co.uk

You can see more of Andrew’s work on his website -
www.andrewmilneart.com

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#steyningarts #yoursteyning #westsussexartist #sussexartist #sussexart #southdowns #landscapepainting #beautifullandscapes #painter #sussexpainter #pochadebox #sussexpainting #pochadeboxpainting #acrylicpainting #acrylicpainter #acrylicpainters

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Mar 29

Introducing Jean Griffiths, Textile Artist.

My interest in textiles, learnt in basic and traditional form on my grandma’s doorstep and on an early model electric sewing machine my mum acquired in about 1960, was re-kindled by an exhibition in Worthing over 30 years ago, which alerted me to the idea that textiles can go beyond tray cloths and dressmaking, and be art works in their own right. Since then, having followed a Foundation Art course at Northbrook College, and a number of taught textile courses, I have been making and exhibiting Textile Art based mainly on stitching but incorporating many other techniques such as painting, printing and other forms of surface decoration. My subject matter is often inspired by my enthusiasm for landscape studies, having gained a degree in Geography in London many years ago.

#Steyningarts #Textileartist #steyning #WestSussex #embrodery #embroideryart #Steyningartist #Madeinsussex #makersofsussex

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Mar 27

Self portrait, #selfieartist #lockdown2021 #sussexlockdown #selfportraits #onlyme #steyningartists #mypaotw
Reposted from @sharonnorman.5682

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Mar 22

Next in our series of artist introductions is @jennywightwickceramics
Jenny has a fascination with clay, its versatility intrigues her, and she enjoys encouraging others to explore and develop their own ideas in this wonderful medium.

"My practice starts with an idea that I mull over for a while and can involve more than one process.

Porcelain is my preferred medium but sometimes I use stoneware and enjoy making a collection of similar objects that balance together. My work is process-led and ideas develop as I manipulate the clay.

Experimentation is an important part of my work and it is sometimes necessary to revisit an old technique as a starting point.

The Clay Place is my workshop. It is a quiet and peaceful environment with views over the South Downs. I run regular workshops and courses." She explains.

You can see more from all our artists on our website.

#ceramic #ceramicarts #sussexmaker #makersofsussex #steyningarts #Jennywightwick #madebydesign #sussexartists #madebyhand #steyning #supportlocalartists

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Mar 17

‘lifted’ SOLD @steyningarts @thebasement93
#sussexcoast #waves #beach #seaside #sea #coastal #needlefelting #wetfelt #handmadecrafts #artgift #holiday #vacation #kitchentable #coastalliving #ocean #naturelover #gloriousbritain #wanderlust #landscape #coastalinteriors #craftersofinstagram #coastalartist #coastcommunity #textiledesign #seaart #artworkofinstagram #smallbusiness #steyningarts #thebasement93
Reposted from @luluatno8

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Mar 16

Another Little Landscape finished, drying and waiting for a frame. I’m thinking of a white, wood, tray frame, what do you guys think?
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All my Little Landscapes and Mini Murmurations will be available to purchase in June.
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Painted with @royaltalensuk #cobraoilpaint
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#sduffieldartist #landscapepainting #oilpainting #sunsetsandshadows #contemporaryart #artforyourhome #beautifulthings #colourlover #sunsetart
Reposted from @sduffieldart #steyningarts

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Mar 15

Flowers that don’t fade. I hope all Mums out there get very spoilt this weekend. #mothersdaygift #specialperson #lovedone #flowers #lavender #aluminiumjewellery #necklace #designermaker #makersofsussex #gallerymontague #steyningarts #arundelgallerytrail
Reposted from @jane_pinder_jewellery

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Mar 14

A continuation of our members introductions.
This @jamieampleford_art a young artist living in West Sussex, England. He uses a selection of different mediums in his work including graphite, charcoal, acrylic paint, ink and oil paint. He specialises in portraiture, but is happy working with other styles and forms of art.

"I began drawing portraits from a young age often gaining inspiration from famous sports, music and film stars who I admire. Having partaken in art courses throughout school and college, my skill level developed and it continued to be an important hobby of mine outside the classroom. Following college I decided to pursue a football scholarship in America where I was able to play football for part of the day whilst continuing with academic classes for the remainder. Throughout my two semesters in America, I enrolled in a drawing class, an oil and acrylic painting class, and also a colour class. I found all of these modules to be extremely beneficial and informative to my practice, enlightening me on many of the technical process involved in creating fine art. Having returned to the UK, I then enrolled on a 4 year BA Art course at the University of Reading. I was introduced to a wide range of different art forms while studying contemporary art theory. I was also encouraged to experiment with artistic process and create work which is conceptually motivated.
Throughout my time in education and to this day, I continue to learn and teach myself new ways to improve my technique so that the finished product is of the highest standard possible. I began to share my drawings on social media which attracted a large audience from around the world. I have had various pieces shared on large art accounts, as well as one portrait being recognised and reposted by UK rap artist GIGGS."

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Mar 14

I make the weirdest mascara faces when I'm putting in the details,

Anyone else?

#illustrator #illustration #maker #illustratenow #illustragram #illustrationartists #makersgonnamake #heytheremaker #illustrationoftheday #illustratorsoninstagram #etsyseller #artforsale #artist #art #artistsoninstagram #artwork #womenwhodraw #womenwhodraweveryday #womenofillustration #notahobby #steyningarts
#illustratorsoninstagram #illustratorproblems #firstreel
Reposted from @phoebe_kirk

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Mar 12

The waning moon.

Current Waning Crescent
Started: 6 Mar 2021, 01:30
Ends: 13 Mar 2021, 10:21

Times for Waning Crescent can vary by time zone. Dates are based on the local time in Chichester.
With some variations, the Waning Crescent Moon rises after midnight and is still up and visible in the morning and day sky before it sets in the afternoon.

#moonphases #larimarjewellery #chichesterjeweller
#madeinsussex #makersofsussex #buylocalstaylocal #CreativeOnline #suppportsmallbusiness
Reposted from @katherinelawriejewellery

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